Name: Prosciutto & Arugula Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Italian / Tuscan
Ingredients: 60 g Tuscan prosciutto; 28 g wild baby arugula; 57 g Parmigiano Reggiano, shaved; 20 g balsamic fig glaze; Freshly ground black pepper

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Prosciutto nest with wild arugula and shaved Parmigiano Reggiano

Recipe Overview

Prosciutto & Arugula Salad is one of those timeless Italian plates that feels elegant with almost no effort. It is built on contrast: cool slices of prosciutto, lively greens, aged cheese, and a sweet-acidic glaze that finishes the plate with polish. Simple ingredients, beautifully arranged, are enough to make this salad memorable.

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Ingredients

Ingredient synchronization: Prosciutto, wild arugula, Parmigiano Reggiano, black pepper, and Balsamic Fig Glaze now use dedicated Tuscany Cuisine identities and published icons. The fig glaze remains separate from straight balsamic vinegar for accurate inventory and recipe mapping.

Servings Base recipe = 2 servings. Minimum production = 2 servings.

Tuscan Prosciutto — 60 g, thinly sliced italian_prosciutto
Wild Baby Arugula — 28 g, washed and thoroughly dried PRODUCE-ARUGULA-WILD
Parmigiano Reggiano — 57 g, shaved TC-DAIRY-PARMIGIANO-REGGIANO
Balsamic Fig Glaze — 20 g, prepared fig glaze balsamic_fig_glaze
Black Pepper — 1 pinch, freshly ground; to taste SPICE-PEPPERCORN-BLACK

Preparation

Minimum production timing: 10 active prep min · 0 passive min · 0 cook min · 5 plating min · 5 cleanup min.

Arrange the prosciutto slices in a circular nest on a chilled serving plate.
Lightly toss the wild baby arugula with shaved Parmigiano Reggiano and a crack of freshly ground black pepper.
Mound the salad in the center of the prosciutto and finish with a drizzle of balsamic fig glaze. Serve immediately.

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Chef Notes

Keep the arugula dry and lively, the prosciutto cool, and the cheese freshly shaved. Build the plate just before service so the cured ham remains silky and the greens keep their peppery freshness.

Service Suggestions

Serve on chilled plates for the cleanest presentation.
Use high-quality shaved Parmigiano Reggiano for savory depth.
Apply the balsamic fig glaze with restraint so it does not dominate the prosciutto.
Excellent as an antipasto, light lunch plate, or first course.

Nutrition (per serving, estimate)

Calories	260 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbohydrates	6 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	1 g
Cholesterol	45 mg
Sodium	950 mg

🍷 Wine Pairing

A savory Tuscan red gives this composed salad extra depth and character.

Piaggia “Il Sasso” Carmignano 2020 Carmignano, Tuscany Sangiovese-based Tuscan red with Cabernet and Merlot structure

Why It Works

Its cherry fruit, earthy spice, and gentle structure match the salty depth of prosciutto while standing up to the sweetness of the balsamic fig glaze without overwhelming the greens.

Wine History

Carmignano is one of Tuscany’s historic wine zones, long known for combining Sangiovese with Bordeaux varieties. The added structure gives the wine enough depth for cured meat and aged cheese while keeping the pairing balanced at the table.

Flavor Notes

Cherry and red berry fruit

Light tobacco and spice notes

Balanced acidity for cured meats

Excellent with Parmigiano and balsamic accents

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Menu Builder / Ops Details

CategorySalad

SubcategoryProsciutto Salad

ProteinProsciutto

CutSliced Cured Ham

StationSalad Station

TierClassic

Linked ArticleProsciutto Ingredient Guide

InventoryEnabled

Labor & Skill Profile

Easy · Entry / Garde Manger

Minimum production2 servings

Active preparation10 min

Passive preparation0 min

Cooking0 min

Plating5 min

Cleanup5 min

Recommended roleGarde Manger / Salad Cook

Recommended staff1

Selected servings2

Production batches1

Labor per serving—

Labor cost per serving—

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Tuscan Prosciutto 60 g
Wild Baby Arugula 28 g
Parmigiano Reggiano 57 g
Balsamic Fig Glaze 20 g
Black Pepper 1 pinch

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